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Northgate High School earned a GHSA Sportsmanship Award for the 2021-22 school year, plus news on Newnan resident and Atlanta Hawks play-by-play announcer Steve Holman, Falcons notes and the All-Star Braves in this month’s Inside Sports column. ••• When you gotta go, you gotta go. Find out the different ways that phrase can be interpreted from our Corby Carlin Winters. ••• Need assistance with food, finances and clothing? Our Deal Finder columnist LaTina Emerson details what services are available from Coweta’s Food Pantries. ••• Keep cool and remain within budget. That’s the goal Candy Tucker writes about in this month’s County Agent column when it comes to HVAC units and thermostat setting. ••• The local real estate market is changing. Jess Barron has the details of just how it’s beginning to change here in Coweta County as active listings are slowly climbing. ••• Columnist Kathy Bohannon shares a beach memory that includes meat tenderizer and jellyfish. ••• Also inside is some Zen, sales and services along with a Calendar of Events to keep you busy this month. •••
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Notes from Jackson Street
The Weekly Staff John A. Winters, Publisher, Editor john@wintersmedia.net Corby Carlin Winters, Marketing/Public Relations corby@wintersmedia.net
“I Gotta Go” seems to be what I hear a lot of lately.
“I Gotta Go” can be painful words to hear. Sometimes they can be cute, like the time I said, “I gotta go” take a spin on a four-wheeler!
“I Gotta Go” can mean different things depending on the circumstances. And it definitely means different things at different ages of one’s life. For Winters and me the progression of the phrase “I Gotta Go” has been a little bit like this ...
At two years of age, when the SONS would say “I gotta go,” that meant “I gotta pee and I gotta pee now.” Needless to say, Winters and I were quick to respond to that “I gotta go..” When they were 10, the SONS would likely roll their eyes and say with a perturbed tone, “I gotta go” as they jumped out of the car. Clearly, I was holding them up, holding them back or holding up traffic. Then they would quickly dash off and I would just shake my head in disbelief.
In their teen years, the SONS said things like “Mom, I gotta go! I gotta go because I am playing my video game and I will die because I can’t pause. I have gotta go get back to the virtual world and fast.” Now, one has “gotta go” command his tank platoon in the U.S. Army; the middle has “gotta go” to work; the third has “gotta go” see his girlfriend.
It is painful realizing your sweet little boys are becoming men and your heart tightens when they say, “Mom, I gotta go, (fill in the blank)”
The fact is sometimes we “gotta go” because we simply have to. Sometimes we want to. Sometimes we must. Sometimes we need to. The reality is that daughters become women, sons turn into men, parents age and pass away. Sometimes friends are there for us and sometimes they are not. Sometimes spouses say “I am done … I gotta go.”
Sometimes we are blessed with the easy decisions of life, like I gotta go to the grocery store, I gotta go get one eye contact not two. I gotta go for a walk, I gotta clean my house, I gotta go kiss my SONS good night and Winters too. Life is so short my dear friends, and sadly we often waste precious energy and time on insignificant and unimportant things. But as long as we have breath to breathe we have the opportunity to make sure we make the most out of the moments we have with the ones we love.
We can focus on the significant things of life, because before we know it, in the blink of an eye, those we love will say “I gotta go.”
Joey Howard, Digital Editor/Business Development 404.698.0734 • joey@wintersmedia.net Levi Winters, Social & Visual Media levi@wintersmedia.net Seth Winters, Ad Design sethswinters@gmail.com Ruth Harris Doyal, Pagination 770.254.1421 • info@wintersmedia.net The Weekly is published by Winters Media & Publishing, Inc., P. O. Box 757, Newnan, GA 30264 John A. Winters, President Corby Carlin Winters, Vice President The Weekly is our new publication, which replaces The Shopper. From 1989, the Shopper successfully served the area. The Weekly will not only continue that tradition but expand its focus on consumer-related articles for our readers and our commitment to help promote local businesses and nonprofits.
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Some upcoming events July 12-31, TUESDAYS-SUNDAYS
■ The Wizard of Oz at Tyrone’s Legacy Theatre 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone, tyronetheatre.com July 21-31, THURSDAYS - SUNDAYS ■ Mary Poppins at Southside Theatre Guild 20 W Campbellton St., Fairburn stgplays.com July 21, THURSDAY ■ Hometown Novel Nights at The Carnegie 6:30 to 8pm Join the Newnan Carnegie Library and the Hometown Novel Writers Association for another fantastic evening highlighting local authors, Danielle Thorne, Lynn Hesse, and Susie Berta, and their “Hot Summer Stories!” Doors open at 6pm, program starts promptly at 6:30pm. Books by the presenting authors may be for sale by the Corner Arts Gallery. 1 LaGrange St.,Newnan, 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com www.eventbrite.com/e/377357736147
sidewalk party with crafts, games, bubbles, chalk painting, and more! Registration is required on Eventbrite and will open two weeks before the program begins. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Coweta County and the Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation. 1 LaGrange St.,Newnan, 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com ww.eventbrite.com/e/sidewalk-party-tickets-350681567007 July 29, FRIDAY ■ Newnan Police Department’s Movie Night “Clifford the Big Red Dog”. Bring a blanket or a chair. Free popcorn, bouncy house, and more. Starts at 6:45pm, movie around 8pm, 1 Joseph Hannah Blvd., (Public Safety Complex) ■ Sunset Sounds at PTC’s Drake Field Evenings of music under the stars with a free concert series. Bring chairs, blankets, grab some food & drinks, and sing
along to some great bands. 7 to 10pm. • July 29: Atlanta Vice. • August 26: TBA. July 30, SATURDAY
■ Senoia Farmers Market 8:30am to 1pm at 40 Travis St. Produce, vendors and artisans. ■ Wine Tasting at The Classic Market in Senoia 6:30pm. 15 Main St., Suite 1B. Call 770.727.9140 theclassicmarketsenoia.com
■ Hike & Paddle at the Bend 8 am to 2 pm Join the Friends of Chattahoochee Bend for a fun-filled day of hiking and paddling. Meet at the Visitor Center to sign waivers by 8am. $20-$40 $5 parking. 770-254-7271. Also August 27, October 15. Look for more events throughout this issue.
July 22, FRIDAY ■ Hills & Dales Estate’s Children’s Summer Activities Get outside this summer at the Pool Terrace or in the Pecan Grove from 10 to 11am for Scavenger Hunt Bingo and bring a sack lunch to enjoy after the activity. All attendees will receive complimentary garden access. Free for children ages 13 and under, $5 per adult. One chaperone is required for every three children. Member discount does not apply. Rain or shine. • July 22 – Scavenger Hunt Bingo Workshop fees include supplies and refreshments. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Call 706.882.3242 or email info@ hillsanddales.org to register. 1916 Hills & Dales Dr., LaGrange. ■ Groovin’ on the Green at Ashley Park, 6 to 8pm. next to DSW Friday nights throughout the summer! • 7/22 Matt Moskal, balloon twister, + caricature artist Bring your chairs + grab dinner to-go and groove all night long! Complimentary. No tickets are required.
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■ SpongeBob Musical at the Wadsworth Presented by Georgia Singers Theater Company:Friday 7pm, Sat. 2 and 7pm. July 23, SATURDAY
■ Senoia Farmers Market 8:30am to 1pm at 40 Travis St. Produce, vendors and artisans. ■ Wine Tasting at The Classic Market in Senoia 6:30pm. 15 Main St., Suite 1B. Call 770.727.9140 theclassicmarketsenoia.com July 24, SUNDAY ■ Back To School Backpack Giveaway Caring Hearts of Georgia Health Services hosts their Inaugural event. Food, fun, raffles, boucy house, music. Bring the kids out for a fun time. 2 to 6pm at 1st Avenue Park, Newnan. July 25, MONDAY ■ Literary Circle at The Carnegie Join the Literary Circle book club at the Newnan Carnegie Library Monday, July 25th from 10 to 11am. Registration is required. The book for July will be “The Nature of Fragile Things“ by Susan Meissmer. 1 LaGrange St.,Newnan, 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com July 27, WEDNESDAY ■ Wine Tasting at The Classic Market in Senoia 6:30pm. 15 Main St., Suite 1B. Call 770.727.9140 theclassicmarketsenoia.com July 28-31, THURSDAY-SUNDAY ■ Elf the Musical at The Nixon Centre presented by the Superintendent’s Theatre Art Resource with support from Patrons of the Centre. 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, 770.254.2787 thenixoncentre.net July 28, THURSDAY ■ Sidewalk Party at The Carnegie 10am to 12pm. Join the Carnegie for an end of summer
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The real estate market is changing. We are seeing a significant shift in the market as the number of active listings increase and buyer demand slows down. Keep in mind, this is a gradual change and not a sudden and dramatic change. I have seen the number of active listings in Coweta County go from around 140-150 when I check every morning to around 250-300 recently. We have also noticed that the number of buyers in the marketplace has decreased. Prices are staying strong, but the showing traffic and the volume of offers are not what they once were. As recently as this year I would receive 20 + offers on a property but those days seem to be gone. A significant reason for this sudden change is the increase in rates. In late June, mortgage rates rose above six percent. The Federal Reserve announced a large ¾ percent raise of interest rates in June. The Federal Reserve has also stated that they expect to raise the rates several times this year and next to combat rising inflation in our country. All this seems to have cooled real estate buyer activity. As mortgage rates rise, a mortgage payment becomes higher and higher. An article I read recently from Lawrence Yun, from the National Association of Realtors, stated that the payment on a $300,000 mortgage went from $1,265 in December of 2021 to over $1,800 in June of 2022 because of the mortgage rate increase. This is pricing many buyers out of the market. Another reason buyers are leaving the market is how competitive the market is. I wrote about this in a recent article as we are seeing home buying fatigue. Some buyers are tired of losing multiple offer situations over and over. We are seeing large institutional cash investors frequently out bid occupant buyers obtaining a mortgage. Many buyers are simply waiting for the market to cool down. In fact, this “cool down” could be a good thing for the real estate market and economy in the long run. Jerome Powell, the chairman for the Federal Reserve, has stated that the housing market needs a “reset,” particularly for young homebuyers. Prices have kept increasing despite an increase in listings and a decrease in buyer traffic. It is still a seller’s market in Coweta County, just not as strong as it once was. While the market is shifting, I do not think prices will cool down as quickly as many buyers hope they will. Jess Barron is an Associate Broker with Lindseys, Inc. Realtors and former President of the Newnan-Coweta Board of Realtors. ■
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Seniors in Georgia were recently asked to state their biggest concerns. The No. 1 concern was inflation. Which, at the time of this writing, was at 8.3 percent. At No. 2 ... drug costs. According to the AARP Public Policy Institute, 75 of the 100 brand name drugs with the highest Medicare Part D spending in 2020 saw their list prices increase in January 2022; none experienced a decrease. The average increase was 5 percent, with some drug prices (12 of 75) growing by nearly 8 percent. I have been unable to find more current numbers, but I am sure that the increases are higher now than in January 2022. And No. 3 was the lack of information on services available. Seniors just don’t know what is available for them and they don’t know how to go about finding out. According to Mark Butler, Georgia’s Labor Commission, what isn’t on the senior’s or anyone’s radar of concern, but should be, is the caregiver shortage. Butler stated recently “Today it is a baby formula shortage, next year it will be a caregiver shortage.” A Labor Department report revealed only 9 percent of caregivers who left the workforce during COVID have since returned. We do indeed have a lot to be concerned about. I wish I had an answer for inflation. I don’t. But I do have some suggestions for the other concerns. There are a few things you can do to reduce your medication costs. • Ask your doctor if a generic drug could replace the brand name you are presently using. • Most health conditions can be treated by a number of different drugs. Ask your doctor or pharmacist, if there is a similar drug that costs less. • Switch to a mail-order pharmacy. They very often will save you money. Even if it is just in the cost of gas to pick up your prescription. • Look into a better Medicare drug plan. • Check to see if your drug company offers help to pay for medications. • For lower income seniors, Social Security has
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a program called “Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Costs” you should ask about. And if you need help finding out about services available to you, the Three Rivers Area Agency on Aging is your one-stop shop. Three Rivers can help you with elder legal assistance, wellness and nutrition, personal care, homemaker support, grandparents raising grandchildren, long-term care and community transition options, senior employment job training, case management, assistance technology, and so much more. The number for Three Rivers is 770-854-6026. Finally, what to do about our caregiving shortage? Maybe you can be part of the solution. I had dinner with a friend the other night who has retired twice in the last 5 years and just went back to work again. He just likes to work. Many people believe that our answer to the caregiver shortage can be found in the retired workforce. People who just like to work. Caregiver skills are easily taught if someone has compassion and enjoys people. The skills part is easy to achieve. If you are a senior and interested in finding out more about being a caregiver, you can email: bdow@homehelpershomecare.com or call 678-876-5118. We definitely have a lot to be concerned about. We can’t fix everything, but by making a few phone calls, we might move toward reducing some of our concerns. Beth Dow is a Dementia and Alzheimer’s Educator, CAEd and Geriatric Care Manager. Readers can contact her at beth@solutionsbybeth.com.
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The rising costs of food, gas and other household items are making it difficult for some families to put food on the table and make ends meet. To help eliminate food insecurity and meet other basic needs, several nonprofit organizations, ministries and food pantries in Coweta County are providing free food, financial assistance, clothing, school supplies and more to local residents. “Thirty-three percent of the people we’re seeing right now since January are new to our services,” said Kelli Yeager-Nelson, executive director of BTG Community Outreach Inc. “Most people are telling us they just don’t have enough food in the house right now. The costs are just too high. Rising food costs and rising gasoline costs are definitely impacting people who are utilizing our services.” In one recent food distribution, BTG Community Outreach Inc., also known as Bridging the Gap, served nearly 175 families. “We see a large number of senior citizens who are on a fixed income. During COVID, we really started to see our senior numbers escalate. We also see a lot of families. Fifty-seven percent of the people we serve are single females, head of household, who work. She’s got two or three kids, and she takes care of one of her parents. It’s typically an intergenerational family. The majority of people who come to us work. They just don’t make enough to make ends meet. It’s even more difficult right now for them.” Learn more about available services being offered in Coweta County: Bridging the Gap Bridging the Gap, a faith-based organization also known as BTG Community Outreach Inc., offers weekly food distribution on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. The food boxes contain frozen meat, fresh fruits and vegetables, shelf stable items, bread, desserts and side items. Visitors should bring photo ID to receive the food pantry box. For those experiencing a food emergency on other days of the week, emergency bags with shelf stable foods are available. Additional services provided by Bridging the Gap include:
• Off-site food distribution is on Fridays at 4 p.m. at Kingdom Connected International Ministries, 121 Hillwood Circle in Newnan. • Through the first week in August, local children can receive free lunches this summer from Monday through Friday, 12 to 1 p.m. at C.J. Smith Park. • Bridging the Gap distributes food at Eastgate and Highland Apartments and in Grantville. • Home delivery services, including food, clothing and household items, are available to individuals and families who are shut-in or lack transportation to receive services. • Shower and laundry facilities are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All supplies are provided. • Clothing and limited home furnishings and houseware are available. • Case management and referrals to human services and other resources are provided. BTG can provide referrals to other organizations for those seeking assistance with transportation, utilities and rent expenses. • Durable medical goods, such as bedside commodes, walkers with wheels and wheelchairs, are available based on supply. • The homeless population is welcome. Hot meals aren’t being served right now because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but sandwiches and other food items are provided. Bridging the Gap is at 19 First Ave. in Newnan. For more information, visit https://www.btgcommunity. org or call 770-683-9110. To be placed on the home delivery wait list, call 770-683-9110 or text 470-977-2870. For the latest updates, check the organization’s Facebook and Instagram accounts at BTG Community.
One Roof Ecumenical Alliance Outreach One Roof Ecumenical Alliance Outreach, a nonprofit organization, offers food, clothing, shelter and financial assistance. It operates the Coweta County Food Pantry, which is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. Clients can come to the Coweta County Food Pantry twice a month to pick up a box filled with canned goods, breads, staples, fresh fruits and vegetables (as donated) and meat. The pantry also offers kid bags with peanut butter, jelly, cereal and snacks. A thrift store bag sale is held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. Visitors can fill up one bag of clothing for $15. All proceeds go to support the mission. The thrift store is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Financial assistance with utility bills, rent and emergency housing is also available. Those in need can come to the office to apply for financial assistance on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free counseling services are also offered to local residents, from children to seniors. To access this assistance, select the counseling services option on the voicemail prompt. Local residents can participate in support group therapy sessions, and free individual counseling is also available for a limited time. One Roof Ecumenical Alliance Outreach is at 255 Temple Ave. in Newnan. For more information, visit https://oneroofoutreach.org, call 770-683-7705 or email Assist@Oneroofoutreach.org. More Non-Profits and Food Pantries Below is a list of other non-profit businesses that can provide assistance. Real Life Center – is a faith-based organization that offers a food pantry Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. Each week, fresh fruits and vegetables are provided. Bread, baked goods and other items are given based on availability. Real Life Center is at 975 Hwy. 74 North, Building E in Tyrone or call 770-631-9334. For more
information, visit https://reallifecenter.org. The Salvation Army Newnan – has a food pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon for Coweta County residents. To receive assistance, individuals must present a photo ID and complete required paperwork. The Salvation Army Newnan is at 670 Jefferson St. in Newnan. To access the food pantry, visitors should go to the social services door. For more information, visit https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/newnan/ or call 770-251-8181. The Alpha Omega Mission Center (AO House) – is a ministry of First Baptist Church in Newnan and the Western Baptist Association that provides food and clothing. The center is open Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. Photo ID or proof of identity is required. The Alpha Omega Mission Center is at 70 Madison St. in Newnan behind First Baptist Church (15 W. Washington St. in Newnan). For more information, visit https://www.fbcnewnan.org/ missions/ao-mission-center/ or call 770-683-6477. The Yeager Road Community Resource Center – is a ministry of Newnan First Seventh-Day Adventist Church that has a Mobile Food Pantry on the second Saturday of the month from 3 to 5 p.m. The food is available first come, first served. The upcoming dates for the Mobile Food Pantry are July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, and Dec. 10. The Yeager Road Community Resource Center is at 265 Yeager Road in Newnan. For more information, visit https://yeagerrdresourcecenter. org/ or call 770-251-8378. Backpack Buddies of Georgia – is a nonprofit organization that supplies economically disadvantaged children in the Coweta County School System with food for the weekend. The nonprofit also provides holiday break bags to assist families during long school holidays. Backpack Buddies is at 96 Werz Industrial Blvd. in Newnan. For more information, visit https:// backpackbuddiesga.org or call 678-770-8618.
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Pensacola, Florida, was our favorite place when our kids were growing up. One trip in particular started out just like all the others; we arrived, unpacked our bags and put on our swimsuits. Destination: beach. I commented as we drove toward the beach that we should stop for some meat tenderizer. It was a staple in my beach bag, as it would aid in removing the searing burn from a jellyfish sting, but I’d forgotten to pack it. I had a coupon and placed it on the console of the minivan. But something distracted us and we didn’t stop for the ever-necessary spice.
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We set up on a little spot of beach right near the water. It was idyllic as always, and just the thing these two working parents and two antsy kids needed. I left the husband and kids in the water so I could dry off a bit. It was hot and I was too wet to put on my bathing suit cover. In a matter of moments, my son started screaming. That ocean is a monster soup. I had no idea what had happened, but my husband and the kids were rushing toward dry land.
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The Boy had a terrible jellyfish sting. I grabbed the keys to the minivan and shouted over my shoulder that I’d be back in a few minutes with the meat tenderizer. The only things I grabbed besides the keys were my flip flops. Soaking wet, I raced to the van and rushed to the nearest grocery store. As I put the vehicle in park, I glanced down and saw the coupon. I grabbed it, dug under the seat for my wallet and ran into the grocery store. I wasn’t familiar with the layout, so I asked the first cashier I saw if she could tell me where the meat tenderizer was. It was then and only then that I realized, as the cashier and everyone in her line turned in my direction, that I was the only person in the store wearing a soaking wet bathing suit, flip flops, and nothing else. She pointed in the direction of the spice aisle and I hurried to find that little bottle of miracle cure. A woman more familiar with the store rushed ahead of me and grabbed a bottle from the shelf. I thanked her and ran to the register. By now, most heads were turned my way. It isn’t because I was so cute in that bathing suit because I was still wearing whatever I ate in the 1980s. It was the compassion of those in the long line who wanted to be sure to let me check out ahead of them, because clearly, I had a jellyfish emergency. Everyone ushered me ahead and the cashier rang up my single item. “Wait!” I said, opening my hand and thrusting my coupon at her. “I have a coupon!” Remember those E.F. Hutton commercials, the ones where they say when E.F. Hutton speaks, everyone listens? Yeah. It was just like that. You could have heard a pin drop. I looked at the cashier’s face, the line behind me, the looks of disbelief and wrath. I could just hear them wondering why would I have a coupon if it was a real emergency. I’m sure they thought I wore that swimsuit just to hurry and get back to some barbecue nearby. The Boy was fine and I also saved thirty-five cents. It was a memorable beach day. Kathy Bohannon is a Christian humorist, inspirational speaker and writer. She can be reached at kathybohan@ yahoo.com n
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SUMMER 25 - Spring Art Walk,65-9pm •March Saturday, August … April 02 - Market Day, 10am-2pm • Thursday, August 11 …
SPRING May 07 Day - Market10am Day, 10am-2pm Market to 2 pm
Summer NewnanNights 6-9pm
SUMMER June 04 - Market Day, 10am-2pm July 04 - July 4th Parade, 9am June 09 - Summer NewnaNights, 6-9pm July 14 - Summer NewnaNights, 6-9pm AUTUMN June 17 - Summer Wined Up, 5-9pm Aug 06 - Market Day, 10am-2pm 02 - Market Day, 10am-2pm Aug 11 - Summer NewnaNights, 6-9pm •July Friday-Monday, Sept. 2-5 Labor Day Sidwallk Sale
AUTUMN • Saturday, Sept. 3 Sunrise on the Square Sept 02-05 - Labor Day Sidewalk Sale Oct 01 - Market Road Race 5KDay, 8 to10am-2pm 10am Sept 03 - Sunrise on the Square 5k, 8am Oct 07 - Oktoberfest, 5-9pm 03 - Market Day, 3 10am-2pm Oct 22 -Day Spirits10am & Spice Festival, 2-7pm •Sept Saturday, Sept. Market to 2 pm Sept 23 - Fall Art Walk, 5-9pm Oct 31 - Munchkin Masquerade, 10am-12pm • Friday, Sept. 23 Fall Art Walk 5 to 9pm WINTER •Nov Saturday, Market to 2pm 05 - MarketOct. Day,110am-2pm Nov 25 -Day Santa10am on the Square, 6-8pm 18 - Holiday & See, 5-9pm Nov 26 - Small 5 Business Saturday •Nov Friday, Oct. 7Sip Oktoberfest to 9pm Nov 25 - Plaid Friday Dec 03 - Market Day, 10am-2pm • Saturday, Oct. 22 Spirits & Spice Festival 2 to 7pm • Monday, Oct. 31 Munchkin Masquerade
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Market Day 10am to 2 pm Holiday Sip & See 5 to 9pm Plaid Friday Santa on the Square 6 to 8pm Small Business Saturday Market Day 10am to 2 pm
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5 Ways to Lower Cooling Costs
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by Candace Tucker, Family and Consumer Sciennces Agent, UGA Extenision Coweta County As the summer heat rises, so will your electric bill. This comes as no surprise as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has found that the average household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills, with nearly half going towards heating and cooling costs. Luckily, there are changes you can make to lower your cooling and overall energy costs.
u Be sure to maintain your cooling equipment. Routine
maintenance is necessary to ensure your cooling system operates efficiently. Check your air filter every month and change it out if it’s dirty or at least every three months. This will prevent dust and dirt from accumulating in your system which can cause it to use more energy and possible early system failure. For all other maintenance, contact a qualified technician to check over your cooling system in the spring.
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v Install a programmable thermostat that fits your
lifestyle. There are three different models of programmable thermostats to choose from — 7-day, 5+2, and 5-1-1. To determine the best one for you, think about your schedule and how often you are away from home. 7-day models offer flexibility if your schedule changes each day. 5+2 models stay on the same schedule every weekday and have a separate schedule for the weekends. 5-1-1 models stay on the same schedule Monday through Friday and have separate schedules on Saturdays and Sundays. If you have a manual thermostat, you can adjust the temperatures daily before you leave the house and when you go to sleep at night. Typically, adjusting temperatures 5 - 8 degrees up in summer can help save energy if you are going to be away from home for several hours. The goal is the same no matter which thermostat you use that is to keep your thermostat set at energy-saving temperatures for long periods, such as during the day when no one is home and at bedtime.
w Seal your cooling ducts. Ducts are found throughout your
home as they are used to distribute conditioned air from your cooling system. High energy bills can result from air loss due to duct leaks, holes, or poorly connected ducts. If possible, seal any visible leaks by using a mastic sealant or metal (foil) tape and insulating ducts you have access to such as the attic, basement, or garage. Duct tape is not a sustainable sealing method and should be avoided. Also, take the time to inspect your registers and vents for any leaks and disconnected ductwork. For more extensive ductwork repair, hire a professional contractor.
x Insulate and seal the exterior of your home. This
includes your home’s outer walls, ceiling, windows, and floor. There are several common types of insulation—fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms), cellulose, rigid foam board, and spray foam. Reflective insulation (or radiant barrier) is another insulating product that can help save energy in hot, sunny climates. When correctly installed with air sealing, each type of insulation should lower energy bills during the hottest times of the year. Before you install insulation, be sure to look for and seal air leaks because it performs best when air is not moving through or around it. Many air leaks and drafts are easy to find because you can feel them—like those around windows and doors. However, holes hidden in attics, basements, and crawlspaces are usually bigger problems. Sealing these leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping will have a great impact on reducing utility bills.
y Invest in a new cooling system. If your HVAC system
is more than 10 years old, then it should be evaluated by a professional or replaced. If you choose to replace your unit, look
for ENERGY STAR certified equipment to be properly installed by a professional. Improper installation of your cooling equipment can reduce the system’s efficiency by 30 percent. For additional information on how to save energy, visit energy.gov and energystar.gov. The University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution. Candace Tucker is the Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Agent for University of Georgia (UGA) Cooperative Extension Coweta County. Her role involves providing Coweta residents unbiased, research-based information on health, nutrition, financial management, home safety and family relationships through educational programs and community outreach.
Northgate earns GHSA Sportsmanship honor; Falcons, SEC Media Days, All-Star Braves & more
By JOEY HOWARD, The Weekly Northgate High School was awarded the GHSA Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship award for the 2021-22 school year. Northgate was one of 64 schools to be awarded the honor, which is sponsored by Georgia’s Electric Membership Cooperatives (EMCs). The award highlights schools that demonstrated impeccable sportsmanship during the past school year. “Congratulations to all of the region winners of the GHSA Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship Award for 2021-2022,” says Dr. Robin Hines, GHSA executive director. “It is an honor for these member schools to be selected by their regions for this award. The characteristics of good sportsmanship are critical to the development of our young people as they transition into productive adults. The GHSA applauds our schools on this accomplishment and appreciates Georgia’s EMCs for their support of this outstanding recognition program.” Northgate was named the Region 2-5A award winner. Holman honored Atlanta Hawks radio play-by-play announcer Steve Holman was named the Georgia Sportscaster of the Year Award recently, his fifth time receiving it. Holman, who resides in Newnan, has spent 38 seasons as the voice of the Hawks and has broadcast 2,827 consecutive games. For comparison sakes, most folks can relate to the incredible consecutive games played streak by former baseball great Cal Ripkin. His record of 2,632 games is 195 fewer than Holman’s. Falcons preseason schedule It’s less than a month before the Atlanta Falcons kick off the National Football League preseason schedule.
Riley was added to the squad on Saturday, replacing the St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado.
The Falcons, who finished 7-10 overall last season, will open the 2022 preseason slate on Friday, Aug. 12 at the Detroit Lions. Kickoff will be at 6 p.m. and the contest will be telecast locally by FOX 5. The second preseason tilt will be on Monday, Aug. 22 at the New York Jets, an ESPN telecast starting at 8 p.m. And the final preseason game for secondyear head coach Arthur Smith, will be at home against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 3 p.m. It will be televised by the NFL Network. The regular season begins on Sept. 11 as the Falcons host division rival New Orleans at 1 p.m. Six Braves named All-Stars As a reward for winning the 2021 World Series, Atlanta Braves coach Brian Snitker and his staff will have the honor of coaching the National League in the 2022 All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 19 in Los Angeles. Snitker and his staff will not be alone when it comes to the Braves. A total of six Braves have been selected for the contest, including starting outfielder Ronald Acuna. The Braves rightfielder earned a starting spot as the leading vote-getter by the fans. Joining Acuna will be shortstop Dansby Swanson, third baseman Austin Riley and catchers Travis d’Arnaud and William Contreras. Pitcher Max Fried was named to the All-Star team, but has decided to rest for the Braves second half of the season and not attend the game. It’s the most Braves on an All-Star roster since Atlanta placed five in 2011.
Falcons Hall of Fame nominees Six former Atlanta Falcon standouts have been named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023. Those selected among 54 semifinalists are linebacker Tommy Nobis, linebacker Clay Matthews Jr., offensive lineman George Kunz, offensive lineman Chris Hinton, offensive lineman Mike Kenn and receiver/kick returner Billy “White Shoes” Johnson. The former Falcons were selected by the seniors committee of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In the coach/contributor category, former head coach Dan Reeves and current Falcons president Rich McKay have also been named as semifinalists. The next committee vote results to send 12 seniors and 12 coach/contributors to the finalists stage will be announced July 27. SEC Media Days People in the Deep South know it’s getting close to football season when the Southeastern Conference hosts its annual Media Days. This year, the event takes place at the College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta. The four-day affair ends Thursday. Each school’s head football coach and several players will be in attendance to address the print, TV, radio and digital media members on the upcoming season. UGA coach Kirby Smart and his players will headline the Wednesday, July 20 schedule. Auburn’s Bryan Harsin takes the stage on Thursday, July 21. Nick Saban of Alabama was the headliner on Tuesday. And in case you were wondering, Jimbo Fisher of Texas A&M will be in attendance on Thursday.
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Sharpsburg
IN A UGUR AL
Sharpsburg Book Fair • August 27, 10am to 5pm The Town of Sharpsburg and Hometown Novel Writers co-host the inaugural Sharpsburg Book Fair Satruday, August 27. The proceeds from the event, free to the public, will go to underwriting scholarships for selected high school students to attend the Atlanta Writers Conference and make a donation to FERST READERS of Coweta County. Local Georgia authors will be talking about and selling their published books in the Town of Sharpsburg A. O. Bridges Community Center and Pavilion. The Community Center is located at 105 Main Street. We are currently accepting author registrations for the event on a first come, first serve basis for the limited number of indoor and pavilion spaces available. Questions, more information … Angie Moore at aobridgescc@sharpsburg ga.gov, 404.290.4830 or Mike Brown 352.812.5199, mike@tmbrownauthor.com
CNC’s Founder’s Dinner Aug. 29 By Can’t Never Could, Inc. The local nonprofit Can’t Never Could is observing August as Founder’s Month and will hold its annual Founder’s Dinner on August 29, 2022, at the Newnan Centre. This year’s speaker is Steve Stirling, president and CEO of MAP International, a Christian organization providing medicines and health supplies to those in need around the world so they might experience life to the fullest. Stirling was scheduled to speak at last year’s dinner but experienced some health issues, and Can’t Never Could board members said they are grateful he is now able to visit Newnan for the dinner. “This is the largest fundraiser we have on a yearly basis, and we have not been able to gather with everyone for some time now,” said CNC Board Chair Kevin Daniell. “We look forward to having this event on the day that would have been Rob’s 51st birthday to celebrate with all of our friends. The needs are constant, and CNC is grateful that we have been able to help do our part and follow Philippians 4:13—I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Steve Stirling of MAP International
Stirling assumed his role at MAP International in mid 2014 after holding leadership positions in major corporations and nonprofit organizations including ChildFund International, Heifer International, Univera Life Sciences, Childhelp and World Vision U.S. Stirling earned his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics at Cornell University and his MBA in Marketing and Finance at Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management, during which time he also studied international business in Paris, France. His book, The Crutch of Success, chronicles his early years in a Korean orphanage, his adoption into a large, loving family in Alaska, his battle against polio and his determination to succeed. Steve and his wife, Sook Hee, have two grown children. The Founder’s Dinner will also mark the 51st birthday of CNC’s founder, the late Rob Estes of Newnan. On August 16, 2013, Rob was diagnosed with an incurable form of brain cancer called glioblastoma. After the removal of a five-centimeter tumor in his right frontal lobe, he lost his battle on December 17, 2017, but not without a fight. As a result of this experience, Rob’s family realized the importance of faith, community, perseverance, and hope. They also realized the importance of helping others in their times of adversity. For this reason, they founded Can’t Never Could soon after his diagnosis. Because Rob was born on August 29, 1971— and Can’t Never Could was founded in August—CNC now honors the memory of its founder each August. Can’t Never Could, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation that is dedicated to helping individuals and groups who are facing adversity and personal battles. Through monetary donations, support, and faith in Jesus Christ, CNC aims to instill determination and hope in those who are experiencing these challenges. Can’t Never Could says it makes these contributions “with the desire to glorify Christ, who provides strength in all circumstances.” The name of the organization comes from Rob’s mother, Martha Ann Parks. When Rob was a child and would tell her he couldn’t do something, she would often reply, “Can’t never could.” Tickets for the Founder’s Dinner are $85 each or $135 per couple. For tickets, event sponsorships, or other information about CNC, please visit cantnevercouldinc.com. n ____________________ ________________________________________
Coweta posts over 300 new COVID-19 cases in past week From Staff Reports Coweta County had a significant increase in COVID-19 cases last week and had slight declines in deaths and hospitalizations.Below is the weekly summary of COVID-19 data thru Wednesday, July 13 from the Georgia Department of Public Health. COWETA COUNTY Coweta County confirmed 327 new COVID-19 cases in the past week (July 7-13) for an average of 46.7 per day. It’s an increase of 51 cases from the previous week (276, June 30-July 6) and the most for a seven-day period in 23 weeks (398 from Jan. 29 to Feb. 4). The daily high number of cases came on Wednesday, July 13 with 52. In fact, Coweta posted 35 cases-or-more all seven days in the past week – July 7 (47); July 8 (48); July 9 (50); July 10 (49); July 11 (45); July 12 (36); and July 13 (52). And Coweta has had 10-or-more cases in a day for 43 consecutive days, dating from May 31. Coweta did confirm 1 death (down 2 from the previous week) and had 23 hospitalizations (down 9). For the month of July, Coweta has recorded 585 cases (45.0 per day), 4 deaths, 55 hospitalizations. Per the Georgia Department of Public Health, Coweta County has reported 184,103 vaccines applied thru July 13 with 628 last week. The Coweta vaccination rate is 55 percent for people with one dose (Georgia is at 65 percent) and 51 percent fully vaccinated (Georgia is at 57 percent) as of July 13. In addition, 44 percent of Coweta residents have been fully vaccinated and had a booster shot (Georgia 43 percent). The overall positive test rate in Coweta was 13.2 percent on July 13, with the two-week
infection rate rising to 27.5 percent. Last week, those test rates were at 13.1 and 25.4 respectively. Coweta has confirmed cumulative totals of 23,208 cases, 435 deaths (with an additional 64 probable deaths) and 1,656 hospitalizations thru July 13 from when the pandemic began. Coweta ranks 20th in Georgia (out of 159 counties) in cumulative cases, 14th in deaths due to COVID and 16th in COVID-related hospitalizations. GEORGIA Statewide, Georgia posted increases in all COVID-19 categories for the week of July 7-13. Georgia confirmed 18,759 cases for an average of 2,679.9 per day for last week – rising by 3,595 cases from the previous week of June 30-July 6. Other totals from July 7-13 included 77 deaths (up 23 from the previous week), 793 hospitalizations (up 62) and 83 ICU admits (up 27). The number of COVID patients hospitalized on July 13 was 1,185 or 7.4 percent of all people hospitalized in Georgia. It was an increase of 76 from the previous week and the 12th consecutive week this number has risen. The overall positive test rate in Georgia was 12.3 percent on July 13, with the two-week infection rate standing at 22.4 percent. Overall, Georgia has confirmed cumulative totals of 2,085,040 cases, 32,203 deaths, 117,914 hospitalizations and 16,393 ICU admits thru July 13 from when the pandemic began.
Copeland named PR, Info Director at WGTC From Special Reports West Georgia Technical College is pleased to announce that Ashley Copeland will be its new Public Relations & Information Director at WGTC. As the Public Relations & Information Director, Copeland will be responsible for providing and implementing strategic communications and marketing plans for the technical college. “We are thrilled to have Ashley join the WGTC team! She brings a wealth of experience and has already hit the ground Copeland running with creativity and immersing herself in the college family, our mission, purpose and values,” WGTC President Dr. Julie Post said. Copeland brings more than 15 years of experience in public relations, marketing and communications. She joins WGTC from the Clinical Health Network for Transformation (CHN) where, as Enterprise Communications Manager, Copeland leveraged her communications experience to lead internal and external
communications for the organization’s more than 14 affiliate partners. Prior to working for CHN, Copeland was the Communications Manager for the City of Newnan, GA; and spent more than ten years in the healthcare industry as a corporate communications specialist with Piedmont Healthcare and as a Public Relations Manager for Tenet Healthcare. Copeland is a graduate of the University of West Georgia. In 2022, she was awarded by the University of West Georgia’s School of Communication, Film, and Media as the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, for her commitment to the community and devotion to the University of West Georgia. She has served on committees for the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA), CityCounty Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) and the Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL). In addition, she serves as an Executive Board Member for the Newnan-Coweta Habitat for Humanity and the Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) Network.
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$18/HR TO START CONTRACT TO PERM Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America is hiring 100 new team members at our facility in Newnan, Georgia, due to strong demand for our products. We are looking for hardworking dedicated people! Most jobs will be contract and filled through a temp agency. After 30 days, contract workers will be eligible for full-time employment. Monthly bonuses on top of pay. Within 7 months, most hires will be making $19.50/hr. Welders (direct hire) start at $21.50/hr perm. After 6 months perm, you can make up to $23/hr. Welders have immediate perm openings with $1000 signing bonus.
Full-time benefits at Yamaha include: • Health Insurance, Dental and Vision • 401K • Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement • Local Discounts
“I was in the US Navy for seven years. There are a lot similarities between Yamaha and the service. Yamaha gives me a sense of belonging. I’ve always enjoyed being part of a team, and leading a team. I’ve been promoted several times, and now I’m a supervisor. – Allen S. Welding Supervisor
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